2002 Lada Niva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2002 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Niva | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Lada | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Niva | Viano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |